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Spark Change with the MaineMBA in Public and Nonprofit Management

Prepare to drive impact and inspire change with the MaineMBA in Public and Nonprofit Management. This specialized program is designed for aspiring leaders in government, nonprofit organizations, and community services. Whether you’re a working professional or a pre-career student, our concentration equips you with the skills and insights needed for managerial and advocacy roles in public service.

In collaboration with the University of Southern Maine’s Muskie School of Public Service, we offer a unique blend of business acumen and public sector expertise. Gain practical knowledge and leadership capabilities to address complex societal challenges and drive meaningful outcomes.

Join us to make a difference in public service leadership with the MaineMBA in Public and Nonprofit Management. Explore how you can lead with purpose and shape communities for the better.

Fast Facts

  • Degree: Master of Business Administration (MBA)
  • Hours Required:
    MBA Core, 24
    Concentration: 9
  • Modality: Available 100% online

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Potential Careers

  • Public Policy Analyst
  • Nonprofit Executive Director
  • City Manager
  • Government Relations Manager
  • Nonprofit Fundraising Manager
  • Urban Planner
  • Social Services Director
  • Public Health Administrator

Curriculum Requirements

All MBA students must complete 8 Core Courses:

  • Financial Statement Analysis (MBA 609)
  • Management of Contemporary Organizations (MBA 626)
  • Global Supply Chain Networks (MBA 637)
  • Strategic Decision Making (MBA 649)
  • Financial Management (MBA 651)
  • Managerial Marketing (MBA 670)
  • Strategic Data Analysis (BUA 601)
  • Foundations of Business Intelligence (BUA 680)

Required Public and Nonprofit Management Course:

  • Organizational Leadership (PPM 515)

Choose 2 Public and Nonprofit Management Electives:

  • Measuring Performance in the Public and Nonprofit Sectors (PPM 531)
  • Managing Cities, Towns, and Counties (PPM 534)
  • Grant Writing and Development (PPM 545)
  • Leading Resiliency in Times of Change (PPM 630)
  • Public Finance and Budgeting (PPM 640)
  • Topics in Public and Nonprofit Management (PPM 539)

The MaineMBA is a STEM-designated degree with subject-area prerequisites in specific aspects of accounting (financial and managerial), economics (macro and micro), finance, and statistics. During the admissions process, the admissions team reviews applicants’ transcripts and work history to determine if they meet the program requirements. If it is determined that they still need prerequisites, the applicant will be assigned foundation courses to complete before they can register for classes.

The foundation courses are non-credit-bearing and self-paced and are designed as a faster and more cost-effective method of fulfilling the program prerequisites than full-semester, traditional undergraduate courses. However, admitted students can take traditional undergraduate courses to meet the requirements, should they choose. Each foundation course is designed to be completed in 15-20 hours at the user’s pace.